Storytimes
Storytimes
Smart kids start here
The Grand Rapids Public Library offers fun and educational storytimes for children ages birth – 5 years old.
Baby & Me
Bring your babies and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby & Me is a 15-minute long storytime, followed by a relaxed playtime where baby and you can meet new friends.
Toddler Time
Bring your toddlers to the library for fun stories, songs, and rhymes! Toddler Time is a 25-minute long storytime followed by a hands-on activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 18 months – 3 years.
Family Storytime
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0 – 5 years old.
Bilingual Family Time
Join us for an evening bilingual storytime filled with fun stories, movement, and music activities. This 30-minute English and Spanish storytime is followed by a hands-on activity and playtime. Wear your pajamas and get those wiggles out before bed! For families with children ages 0–5.
Pajama Time
Get cozy in your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animals or blanket, and come to the library for a special bedtime event! Listen to stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out before bed. Great for working parents of children age 5 and under.